| ZIP Code | 12845 |
|---|---|
| City | Lake George |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Warren County |
| Area Code | 518/838 |
| Elevation | 319 ft |
| Latitude | 43.427874 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.71105 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36113 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 52.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.17 |
| Below Poverty | 6.7% ▼ 33% below avg |
| College Grads | 53.5% ▲ 38% above avg |
| Unemployment | 1.1% ▼ 78% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 22 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 752 (22.9%) |
| Some College | 372 (11.3%) |
| Associates | 378 (11.5%) |
| Bachelors | 554 (16.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,200 (36.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $95,583 ▲ 25% above avg ↑ 54% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $371,700 ▲ 33% above avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,064/mo ↑ 7% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 3,441 |
| Vacant Units | 1,482 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.17 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 3,441 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,482 |
| Owner Occupied | 76.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 23.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.17 |
ZIP code 12845 is located in Lake George, New York, within Warren County. With a population of 4,389, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 52.3 years. Economically, 12845 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $95,583 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 12845 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $371,700 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,064 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 76.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 23% since 2019.
The population of 12845 is primarily White (92.00%). Residents are well-educated — 53.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.7%. Household income has grown by 54% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 12845 stands at 1.1%, which is well below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.
Overall, ZIP code 12845 in Lake George, NY is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 4,389 residents, a median household income of $95,583, and a median home value of $371,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.